Attorney Employment Opportunities

Royce & Brain is a boutique firm specializing in construction, real estate and business matters throughout Alaska. We deliver exceptional legal services that foster in long-term client relationships. We are seeking a full-time associate attorney interested in civil litigation.

The ideal candidate will have strong legal research and writing skills. Prior litigation experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Draft legal briefs and contracts
• Attend court appearances and client meetings
• Participate in trial work and mediations
• Remain up-to-date on industry regulations and trends

Requirements:

• Admission to the Alaska bar
• Strong writing, analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage time efficiently and work independently

We believe that long-term success in this industry requires a proper work/life balance. We do not impose unreasonable billable hour requirements on our employees. Our compensation structure is performance-based. In addition to a base salary, we pay productivity bonuses for hours billed, enabling the employee to retain control over what they earn. The base salary range for an attorney with 0 to 3 years of experience is between $100,000 and $130,000. We are open to negotiating salaries well beyond this range for more experienced and well-qualified applicants. In addition to paid holidays and generous personal leave, benefits include participation in our healthcare and retirement plans.

Please direct resumes to: jruedy@roycebrain.com.

(Posted: 6/17/2025)

Hozubin, Moberly & Associates is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1+ years of experience to join us.  We offer professional opportunities not found elsewhere.  

The position requires a current license to practice law in Alaska, and provides a competitive salary, benefits package (401k plan, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and personal leave), and structure for bonuses.  The firm has a busy litigation practice, both civil and criminal, in both state and federal courts throughout Alaska.

Prior experience in litigation (civil and/or criminal) is preferred but not required.  Clerkship experience will be considered. 

A successful candidate will have:

• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical abilities,
• Be capable of producing quality work within deadlines. 

The position involves work on criminal and civil defense cases, both independently (with a personal workload) and as part of a team, providing unique training experiences for those interested in litigation.  Duties include:

• Meeting/communicating with clients
• Researching and drafting complex motions,
• Reviewing discovery, 
• And handling depositions, hearings, oral arguments and trials.  

The firm fosters a healthy work-life balance through flexible schedules and the potential to work remotely. 

Salary range is $90,000 to $120,000, commensurate with experience.

Please submit supporting documents (e.g., cover letter, resume, references and writing sample) to Michael Moberly, mike@akdefenselaw.com, 711 M Street, Suite 2, Anchorage, AK 99501.  All inquiries will be kept in confidence.

For more information about our firm, please visit www.akdefenselaw.com.

(Posted: 6/09/2025)

Indian Country/Alaska Native Corporations and Government Contracting Associate

Schwabe is a Northwest regional law firm serving the needs of businesses in seven key industry sectors: Technology; Healthcare and Life Sciences; Consumer Products, Manufacturing and Retail; Natural Resources; Real Estate and Construction; Ports and Maritime; and Indian Country and Alaska Native Corporations. We have offices in Alaska, Oregon, Washington, and California. Schwabe has a culture based on collaboration, innovation, and a drive to help our clients achieve success.

Schwabe has an opening for an associate to help support the firm’s Indian ‎Country and Alaska Native Corporations‎ (ANCs) industry group, as well as government contracting in the firm’s Business & Transactions department. The ideal candidate will have:

• Knowledge of and experience with ANCs and/or Federal Indian Law
• 1+ years of experience with transactional law
• Knowledge and experience with government contracting
• Excellent skills in research, analysis, and writing
• A track record of exemplary client service, organizational skills, and teamwork
• Demonstrated ownership of projects and willingness to work in a collaborative setting, but with significant independence
• Strong work ethic and client service acumen, excellent academic credentials and references, as well as solid interpersonal and communication skills
• Alaska State Bar Admission or eligibility for reciprocity

The pay range for this position is $155,000-$185,000, depending on the relevant job skills and legal practice experience; with eligibility for productivity and discretionary merit bonus consideration at the end of each calendar year. A list of benefits can be found here: https://www.schwabe.com/benefits-and-firm-paid-expenses. 

Schwabe is proud to be Mansfield Rule Plus Certified. This certification recognizes the changes and actions we have taken to diversify leadership in our firm. Learn more: Mansfield Rule Plus Certification.

Application Instructions: Please visit https://www.schwabe.com/client-commitment/careers/  to apply. 

Schwabe is committed to cultivating and celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion because it makes our firm better. People from historically underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

(Posted 6/09/2025)

POSITION: ACCESS TO JUSTICE STAFF ATTORNEY

LOCATION: ANCHORAGE, ALASKA

MINIMUM SALARY: $3,528.75 BI-WEEKLY

CLOSING DATE: JUNE 10, 2025

The Alaska Court System (ACS) invites applications for Access to Justice Staff Attorney. Under general direction, this position will support the statewide Early Resolution Program (ERP) and Modification Resolution Program (MRP). You will screen newly-filed divorce and custody cases involving two self-represented litigants to determine the likelihood of settling any or all of the issues. Regular duties include: identifying case issues and possible outcomes, preparing documents for ERP and MRP hearings, answering procedural questions, attending and coordinating hearings, teaching hearing and trial preparation classes as needed, and assisting with special projects, legal research, writing, website content, and forms development. Travel to Fairbanks, Palmer, Kenai, Juneau, and other court locations may be required.

Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited law school. Preferred: past or present membership in a state bar association; mediation training and experience.

Compensation: $3,528.75 bi-weekly (range 20). The successful applicant may have opportunity to advance to range 22 in the future.

How to Apply: Submit a letter of interest, comprehensive resume, writing sample (up to 10 pages) using plain language, and a list of 3 professional references with current contact information to: ACS Human Resources, 820 W. Fourth Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501; or in one (1) attachment via email to recruitment@akcourts.gov

For detailed job and benefit information, please visit http://courts.alaska.gov/hr/index.htm.

(Posted: 06/6/2025)

 Kemppel, Huffman & Ellis is seeking an attorney with a strong academic background, well-developed research and writing skills, and the ability to work well with other staff members and clients.  New attorneys at the firm work on matters involving business law, civil litigation, labor/employment and outside general counsel responsibilities.  Attorneys at the firm have historically had the opportunity to work directly with clients and may be required to quickly assume major responsibility for projects.

We represent public utilities in all aspects of their businesses, including labor and employment law, regulatory and administrative law, and corporate law. Most of these utilities are community-owned and governed.  These public utilities have interesting, often complex legal problems and highly value our assistance with navigating those issues.  Our clients literally keep the lights on, and the internet connected, across Alaska.

Salary depends on Experience but starting pay is $120,000 for lawyers with less than a year of practice.  All attorneys are eligible for productivity bonuses and a 401(k) with an employer contribution.  Our billable hour expectations allow for time away from the office that not many other firms can match.  As professional employees, the firm’s attorneys can also flex between remote and in-office work.

 To apply, e-mail a cover letter and resume to khejobs@gmail.com. 

(Posted on 05/23/2025)

Shaftel Delman, LLC, is a well-established boutique firm in Anchorage. We are a thriving law firm emphasizing sophisticated planning and administration of estates and trusts, tax planning, and business planning for medium and high net-worth clients – and we are growing. We value intelligent, motivated team players with varied experience. While an estate planning background is welcome, we are seeking any excellent lawyer with sophisticated legal experience in the public or private sector. If you meet these criteria, we believe your skill set may be an asset to our unique firm.

Our clients include Alaskans from all corners of the state, as well as non-Alaskans who desire to take advantage of Alaska’s innovative and favorable estate planning laws. Members of our firm are closely involved in the trust and estate legal community – we participate in drafting of proposed legislation and maintain leadership roles in various trust and estate professional organizations. Our challenging and fascinating practice requires exacting attention to detail at all stages.

While we require commitment to the practice of law, we also encourage our team members to enjoy Alaska – with its exceptional recreational opportunities year-round. If you think you would fit in with, and would benefit from, our growing practice, please apply. Very competitive compensation commensurate with experience ($120-160k depending on experience). Please send your cover letter and resume to Heather Cody, at hcody@shaftellaw.com. We look forward to hearing from you.

(Posted 05/16/2025)

Richmond & Quinn, APC, a dynamic and busy civil litigation defense firm, is recruiting an associate attorney for its active trial practice. We are a tight-knit group of colleagues from diverse backgrounds who are passionate about providing practical legal advice to meet our clients’ business objectives. As a growing firm, we are interested in candidates who are comfortable working collaboratively and handling a wide range of matters.

Responsibilities include:

• Working closely with a wide range of clients
• Writing, verbal, analytical and research skills
• Matter management and client interaction
• Providing quick turnarounds for clients, including day-to-day legal work and client progress reports
• Time keeping
• Deadline responses and filings

Job Type: Full-time, Monday – Friday

Pay Rage: $90,000 – $110,000 DOE

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employer provided dental, vision, and health insurance
• Health care FSA
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Healthy work/life balance

License/Certification:

• Alaska Bar (Preferred)

Please send cover letter, resume, and writing sample to Rebecca Lindemann (Partner) rlindemann@richmondquinn.com; cc Jessica Dawson (Business Manager) jdawson@richmondquinn.com.

Richmond & Quinn is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

(Posted 05/14/2025)

We welcome you to join us as a sex crimes prosecutor at the Anchorage District Attorney’s Office. This position offers a unique opportunity for a highly specialized caseload in a challenging and rewarding area of prosecution.

The caseload consists of sexual assault and sexual abuse of a minor cases and you will serve as a regional expert on the topic. In addition to prosecuting the most serious and high profile cases, you will also provide advice and assistance to law enforcement agencies and mentor other prosecutors. The expertise you will share includes:

• A victim-centered approach
• Obtaining search warrants
• Effective seizure of evidence
• Presenting scientific evidence at trial

You may also serve on multidisciplinary teams developing guidelines and suggestions designed to increase successful investigation and prosecution of perpetrators while minimizing trauma to victims.

This position requires you to be familiar with Alaska’s criminal justice system and laws, have extensive trial experience, a history of handling complex criminal prosecutions, and a demonstrated commitment to working with victims of sexual assault and sexual abuse. Some travel within the region is required, including for trials that may last several weeks.

Salary is determined by the experience of the selected candidate with a starting range of $87,282 – $139,542.

More information and application instructions may be found on the Department of Law website at: http://law.alaska.gov/department/jobs.html.

(Posted 05/14/2025)

Chicklo Law Group is hiring a full-time associate attorney. Our office specializes in family law and domestic relations. We are located at 731 I St, Suite 101, Anchorage, AK 99501.

Qualifications:

• Active Alaska Bar License
• Family law and litigation experience preferred but not required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong writing skills
• Willingness to attend trial when necessary

Pay and Benefits:

• $125 per billable hour starting pay (higher pay depends on experience)
• 401k available after one year of employment
• Flexible hours
• Additional benefits may be negotiated

Please contact marc@chicklolaw.com or contact us at 907-865-8608.

Thank you for your interest!

(Posted: 05/13/2025)

Ballard Spahr LLP is seeking a highly qualified attorney to join its broad and expanding Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice in Anchorage, Alaska.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of litigation experience, preferably in the areas of commercial, corporate, financial services, employment, real estate, regulatory, investigation, or trusts & estates litigation. Excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and strong academic credentials are required.

Our Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution group represents a wide range of local, national and international clients in all types of complex litigation and regularly represents clients in local, state and federal courts, at both the trial and appellate levels. This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth in a collegial environment of a national law firm. Active bar license in Alaska is required. Salary range is $170,000 and up, based on experience.

Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package which includes medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage; life insurance, short and long-term disability; and a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Additional benefits provided are health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a health savings account; firm subsidized emergency child and elder care services; family and medical leave; employee assistance program; and a pre-tax transportation program.

At Ballard Spahr, we believe that our skills, perspectives, and backgrounds drive innovation and excellence, while our unique culture fosters collaboration and success. Our culture of thriving together forms the cornerstone of how we deliver exceptional service and position our firm for a strong future. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Ballard Spahr is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.

For questions or more information, please contact Zac Ottoson, Manager of Legal Recruiting, at ottosonz@ballardspahr.com and apply HERE.

(Posted: 05/13/2025)

The Alaska Department of Law, Office of Special Prosecutions, is recruiting for a full-time attorney specializing in the area of alcohol interdiction. This position will prosecute alcohol-related offenses, including Title 4 violations. Alcohol abuse has been found to be a significant contributing factor to criminal activity, particularly domestic violence and sexual assault, throughout the state. Several Alaskan communities have elected to restrict alcohol possession or consumption in various ways – up to and including outlawing it completely. To help these communities achieve their goals, this prosecutor works in a coordinated effort with the Department of Public Safety, local law enforcement agencies, the U.S. Postal Service, and federal law enforcement agencies to focus on interdicting illegal alcohol before it reaches these local option communities.

This prosecutor position is located in Anchorage and primarily handles interdiction prosecution cases and appeals in the Anchorage, Nome, and Kotzebue areas. The position requires frequent travel to both Nome and Kotzebue for grand jury, evidentiary hearings, and trial, amongst other reasons. This is a statewide position where the attorney will share his or her expertise and resources by providing advice and training to other prosecutors in various District Attorney Offices as well as to local law enforcement.

The ideal candidate will possess two to three years of criminal prosecution experience, be highly self-motivated, willing to aggressively charge alcohol related cases, and be able to motivate and manage criminal investigators including actively participating in all stages of an ongoing investigation from initiation to prosecution. Although the unit is seeking an attorney with some relevant experience in the field, all interested attorneys are encouraged to apply for consideration. The applicant’s relevant legal experience and interest in the position should be addressed in the cover letter.

This position is located within the Office of Special Prosecutions which is devoted to prosecuting complex crimes including cold cases, bootlegging, cybercrimes, environmental crimes, criminal non-payment of child support, violations of state tax law, and fraud in Medicaid, Welfare, Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend, and worker’s compensation. The unit also reviews all deaths resulting from police officer-involved shootings, handles conflict cases from local District Attorney Offices, and other matters requiring special attention from prosecutors.

Salary Range is $87,828-$139,542. 

Individuals who would like more information may contact Assistant Attorney General, Samuel Vandergaw at (907) 269-6250 or samuel.vandergaw@alaska.gov.

(Posted: 05/13/2025)

Salary: Up to $162,452 (DOE)

The Civil Division of the Anchorage Municipal Attorney’s Office represents and advises all municipal departments as well as the Anchorage Assembly. As a workplace, the office provides incredible diversity of work, a unique collegial environment, and the opportunity to make a real difference in the functioning of your local government. This is the only current vacancy in the office.

We are seeking an energetic, community-minded attorney with an interest in one or more of the following: litigation, transactional work (supporting complex transactions, finance, and the Port of Alaska), and labor and employment. We require a minimum of four years of legal practice experience.

The Municipality offers generous benefits (including PERS), reasonable work-from-home flexibility, and competitive pay.

Please reach out to Municipal Attorney Eva Gardner (eva.gardner@anchorageak.gov) or Deputy Municipal Attorney Joseph Busa (joseph.busa@ancorageak.gov) to learn more or to apply. If you are applying from out of state, we may be able to offer relocation benefits.

(Posted on 05/02/2025)

Are you interested in making a difference in your community? The Anchorage District Attorney’s Office is seeking attorneys to prosecute violations of criminal law. Our mission is to seek justice, promote public safety and public respect for government through prompt, effective, and compassionate prosecution of cases in a manner that advocates for the interests of all victims, respects the law enforcement agencies, responsibly stewards public resources, and holds offenders accountable while at the same time protecting the constitutional and legal rights of the accused.

Anchorage is the largest office in the Criminal Division. This is a good location to spend your entire career, or to start out and receive some basic training before transferring to one of the rural offices. Applicants should have strong oral advocacy skills. Prior trial experience and experience in the practice of criminal law is a plus, but is not required. This position requires the ability to think critically and reason logically; the ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing; the ability to organize, prioritize, and work effectively in a deadline-controlled atmosphere; and the ability to manage numerous matters simultaneously. If you believe you have the right skills for the job, we would like to hear from you.

Salary is determined by the experience of the selected candidate with a starting range off $87,282- $134,979. More information and application instructions may be found at: http://www.law.alaska.gov/department/jobs.html.

(Posted 04/18/2025)

The North Slope Borough is seeking an experienced attorney for appointment and confirmation as its Borough Attorney. The North Slope Borough is responsible for providing municipal services, infrastructure, and advocacy for eight communities located along the remote, North Slope of Alaska’s Arctic. The communities are small, isolated and are not connected by road to one another, nor to the rest of Alaska. The region is home to a subsistence tradition that extends back thousands of years and includes whaling, fishing, hunting and gathering of subsistence resources, yet it also hosts some of the world’s most advanced technology throughout North Slope oil and gas fields.

Area of practice will be home rule municipal law, including all aspects of local governance, public procurement and contracting, municipal finance and taxation, land use planning, platting, zoning and development, and administrative law.

At least 5 years of experience as a practicing attorney is required. Strong relevant practice experience is preferred. Applicants must be admitted or be eligible for admission to the Alaska bar. Bar admission is a condition of continuing employment.

The Borough provides an excellent benefit package. The salary range is $209,985.62 to $251,983.16 annually depending on experience. Please e-mail your resume, cover letter and writing sample to
Charissa.Crooks@north-slope.org.

(Posted 04/18/2025)

Join Our Team as an Associate Attorney in Anchorage

Landye Bennett Blumstein LLP seeks an attorney to become a part of and grow with its expansive real estate, M&A, business, and transactional practice. Successful candidates will have a minimum of 4 years of legal experience, be admitted to Alaska Bar, or eligible to waive in. We are a leading law firm, voted Best in Alaska, with a strong reputation for excellence and a commitment to clients. We serve commercial real estate businesses, Alaska Native Corporations, municipalities, non-profits, and private businesses. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional results for our clients while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Responsibilities:

Draft and negotiate commercial real estate and business contracts, including leases, purchase and sale agreements and development agreements; facilitate and close real estate, M&A and financing transactions; handle entity formations and draft and negotiate operating agreements, shareholder agreements, joint venture agreements and partnership agreements; general counsel work for real estate clients

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

Admission to the Alaska State Bar, or eligibility to waive in.

Minimum of 4 years of experience.

What We Offer:

Competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package; salary $150 to 175K DOE.

Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Mentoring and training.

Pro-bono opportunities.

Work-life balance in LBB’s beautiful downtown office location.

Join our team and make a significant impact on the delivery of LBB’s exceptional service.

Please e-mail your cover letter, CV and writing sample to Dawn Gray at dawng@lbblawyers.com. All letters of interest will be held in strict confidence.

(Posted 04/18/2025)

The law firm of Clayton & Diemer, LLC seeks a litigation associate attorney in support of active civil litigation practice. Competitive candidate demonstrates the ability to support all aspects of insurance defense litigation and the ability to rapidly learn the business of commercial litigation clients. Preferred candidate has a minimum of three to five years of litigation and jury trial experience. Clayton & Diemer is a well-established Alaska law firm with a dynamic practice and a vision for the future. We offer growth opportunities, competitive compensation of $94,000-$118,000 per year DOE and benefits including health insurance, affordable dental, vision and disability insurance, and 401k with employer contribution / matching. E-mail resume to peter.diemer@CDlaw.pro.

(Posted 04/15/2025)

Title: Agency Attorney – Attorney General’s Office
Locations: Anchorage or Juneau
Salary: $87,282–$139,542

Apply Now >> https://law.alaska.gov/department/jobs/25-LSA-02.html

Job Duties

The Labor and State Affairs section is recruiting for a full-time attorney. The section provides legal advice and representation to state agencies in multiple areas of law, including elections, campaign finance, employment, labor relations, civil rights, separation of powers, boards and commissions, procurement, unemployment benefits, workers’ compensation, and workplace safety. The section’s client agencies include the Departments of Administration, Labor and Workforce Development, and Military and Veterans Affairs; the Offices of the Governor and Lt. Governor; and the Division of Elections, Division of Motor Vehicles, Alaska Public Offices Commission, and the Alaska State Commission on Human Rights.

The attorney selected for this position will advise and represent multiple agencies in multiple areas of law, with a focus on Alaska Occupational Health and Safety (AKOSH) and procurement. The work will be evenly split between litigation and agency advice. It can involve all aspects of agency representation, including administrative hearings and appeals, trials, mediation, legislation, regulations, public records, open meetings, and policy considerations. This attorney will have a high degree of autonomy in a collaborative and growing section and may also contribute to the other agencies and areas of law that the section handles.

Alaska AGO

Attorneys in the Civil Division work on matters of statewide importance, all while living and enjoying all Alaska has to offer. If you enjoy complex and impactful legal work along with dramatic scenery, outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, kayaking, and abundant wildlife, then the Alaska Department of Law, Civil Division is the place for you. Flexible schedules, including hybrid telework arrangements, may be available.

The Civil Division represents all executive branch agencies from our offices throughout the state. We work to serve the public interest in a variety of ways: Governmental Services & Public Integrity; Natural Resources & Statehood Defense; and Protecting Vulnerable Alaskans. For more information about the Department of Law, including a description of each Civil Division section, please visit our website at https://law.alaska.gov/department/civil/civil.html#sections.

Salary and Benefits

Salary depends on experience and ranges from $87,282–$139,542 annually.

37.5-hour work week
12 paid holidays
Eligibility for part-time teleworking
Generous leave accrual
Alternative workweek
Health benefits
Flex schedule
Life insurance and voluntary supplemental benefits
Potential for Public Student Loan Forgiveness
Variety of retirement plans

(Posted 04/11/2025)